Art & Science, Tradition & Modernity on the French Riviera: A Special Issue on the Occasion of the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) in Nice

Abstract

This special issue highlights the convergence of art and science on the French Riviera in celebration of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) and the One Ocean Science Congress (OOSC) hosted in Nice in June 2025. It explores the region’s rich legacy of marine research and naturalist traditions alongside contemporary cultural initiatives such as the Biennale des Arts et de l’Océan. The issue pays tribute to historical figures, pioneering scientists, and modern researchers whose work continues to shape our understanding of marine life and ocean sustainability.